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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-01-01, Page 19• Tuckersniith Reeve Robert Bell received the privilege of being the first to drive over the newly -opened bridge on sideroad 30-31 of the township on December 23. The $400,000 bridge was erected by Kelly Construction Ltd. of R.R. 5 Seaforth with the work commen- cing on August 26. ( Alan Rivett photo) Large crowds expected Livestock continues to be a major attrac- tion it the Canada Farm Show, slated to take place January 28 to 31, 1986 at the Col- iseum in Torontb's Exhibition Place. On Tuesday, January 28, the popular Belgian Horse Show will put champion Belgians, Percherons and Clydesdales through their paces and the following day, serious buyers and the curious will crowd the show ring for the heavy horse sale. In . 1985, the Ontario Belgian Horse Association attracted thousands to this in- triguing equipment and draft horse auction. During the sale, average prices for mares topped $1,060.00 while stallions sold for just under $1,000.00 on average. The top Belgian gelding sold for $1,950.00 and the best pair of geldings went for $3,075.00. Friday, January 31, the Seventh Annual West Central Ontario Hereford Zone Club Winter Classic Sale takes place. Last year's cattle auction was a large suc- cess with 52 lots selling for $61,256.00 with an average price of $1,178.00. The highest sell- ing heifer calf went for $2,575.0Q while the Grand Champion female was sold for $2,500.00. Organizers of the livestock sales share op- timism for the 1986 Canada Farm Show. Ac- cording to Craig Lynburner, "We have Auburn Sund • from page 6 Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lawlor were her mother, Gertrude Park of Dungannon and Mr. and Mrs. Jirn Lawlor, - Andrea and Alexandra of RR 5,Goderieh. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hallam spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Culbert and Shelley of Goderich. Mr. aqc1X.rs. EtlAiaeS kpd familZo Beamsville" spent Christmas. with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Don Mmes.. Knox United Church Sunday Worship at Knox United Church was in charge of the Minister Gary T. Shut- tleworth. Organ and Piano accompaniment was provided by Mrs. Barry Millian and Lori Millian. The introit. To-Dav Is Born a Savior was by the Junior and Senior Choirs. The Junior Choir sang Child of Bethlehem under the direction of Karen Webster and Mrs. Gordon Gross. Oh Holy Night was sung by the Seri' or Choir with Christine Busch playing violin, Mrs: Greg Park taking solo parts and Mrs. Barry Millian as pianist. The Fourth Advent Candle was lit by Gordon Gross. Junior Congregation was in charge of Tammy Shuttleworth, Leona Cunningham and Anita Gross. The minister chose for his sermon, Merry Christmas. Offering was received by Greg Park and Rodger Cunn- ingham. • Aubura Women's Institute The Women's Institute held their Christmas meeting on Tuesday, December 17 at the Community Hall. First Vice Presi- dent Mrs. Bud Chamney was in the chair and the pianist was Mrs. E. Rodger. Fifteen ladies sat down to a pot luck din- ner. The hostesses were Marian Haggett, Lois Haines and Mrs. Don Cartwright. The lucky serviette was had by Marjorie McDougall and the lucky cup .was Laura MacChamney. Exchange of gifts was in charge of Lois Haines. Evelyn Merrill read a poem, If Christmas Came in Summertime. Ruth Jarden received a gift for having twenty guests for • Christmas, •Mildred Lawlor received the gift for having all Christmas gifts wrapped. • Everyone sang Christmas Shopping to the tune of Jingle Ms. Laura Mae Chamney first Vice president thanked everyone and welcomed all. She read What Is The ,Meaning of Christmas? Lois Haines had a program, Lights of Christmas with others taking part in the candlight Service. There were five candles and she told the story of each one. She open- ed with prayer and carols were sung. Marion Haggitt. lit the tall candle for Christ. Erma Cartwright lit the candle for Peace. Ruth Jardin lit the candle for Faith and Laura Mae Chamney lit the candle for stricter quality requirements this year so we're anticipating an even better sale with higher demand." Auctioneers for the 1986 event will be Steve Dorran of Carstair, Alberta. Judging will be headed up by internationally renown- ed Wib Donaldson of Louada Farms, Peter- borough, Ontario. 40th Annual Canada Farm Show Now celebrating its 40th year, the Canada Farm Show is the first opportunity of the year for Canadian farmers and visitors from around the world to see agriculture showcased in one place, all under one roof. Among the main attractions are impressive display's of farm equipment and services designed to help farmers increase produc- tivity and efficiency, especially important in today's capital intensive industry. For that reason, many farmers will be marking January 28 to 31 on their calendars for their annual trip to Toronto's Exhibition Place. Another featured attraction is the agri- computer section, showing farmers how on- farm computers are quickly becoming essential tools of the trade. The Canada Farm Show is sponsored by the Ontario Retail Farm Equipment Dealers' Association and produced and managed by Industrial Trade Shows Inc. ay school ... Love. Each person read scriptures to go along with the candle they lit.This was very inspiring. Lois Haines closed this part with ' prayer. Mrs. Chamney thanked Mrs. Haines for the lovely Candle Lighting Service. An instrumental (Star of The East) was played on the piano by Marjorie McDougall. n again .c6 , Mrs. Don Caright rea ti4 ute Ru1ir ntest of scramble "Words " pertaining to Christmas. Winner was Evelyn Merrill. A reading, Music of Carols Filled The Air, was given by Marion Haggitt. Following a short business discussion, the collection was donated to Blind Mission. Euchre Results There were five tables in play Tuesday, December 17 at the Community Hall. Win- ners were High Lady, Lois Haines; Low Lady, Carol Daer; High Man, Ted Mills; Low Man, Orval McPhee; Novelty - Tom Hallam. • Starting in 1986 eu0hre parties are going to be held on Wednesday nights. Sunday Schbol Speakers Knox United Sunday School, in conjunc- tion with their concert Theme of Christmas • Around The World, have had guest speakers on this topic. Al Luna told of his Mexican Christmas and Walter 1VIarchl told of the customs in his native land Austria. Christine Busch told of tier customs in Germany. Junior Choir Visit Rammeloo's On Tuesday, December 10 Knox Junior Choir presented a Christmas concert at Rammeloo's Nursing Home at Blyth. Throughout the program, the choir sang C -H -R -I -S -T -M -A -S Echo Carol, Away In The Manger and Sing Glorias. Numbers on the.. piano were played by Rose Marie Young, Tammy and Nicole Mid- dlekamp, Shelley Dobie,. Kerry Bakker, April Gross and Karen Bakker. Christmas poems were recited by Melissa Hanna, ^Kerry Bakker and Cheri Karyzanowski. Susan Dobie presented a Highland Dane and Allison Chamney did a lively step dance. Slits were preformed by Kerry Bakker, Janice Webster, Rose. Marie Young, Nicole Middlekamp, Karen Bakker, Stuart Bakker andKevin Webster. , Two accordion soros were played by Cheri' Karyzanowski. The song, Jingle Bells was sung by Janice Marie Young. • Two double duets, Westminster Carol and 0 Come Little Children were sung by Karen Bakker, Stuart Bakker, Nicole Middlekamp and Kevin Webster. Michael and Ruth Anne Bakker sang The Marvelous Toy. The staff served refreshments and a social time was enjoyed following the con- cert. • Ten resolutions for 1986.-.. • from page 12 fire incidents in the home claim 130 lives and injure 600. Fires may break out at any e, any place, but with careful planning aidsafety measures, these statistics could be reduced. Fire officials say that smoke detectors could reduce substantially the higlidetith toll. O. HELP others. One in every seven Cana- dians is ' involved in some aspect .of ' voinnteerism. Organized volunteer- work in Canada amounts to some 375 million hours -• of 14bor a year. Young and old, male and female, people of all walks of life, are in - .•volved in the much needed service of volunteering, It is estimated that if Volunteers, were paid at the average in- dustrial wage, they would haverepresented 0.5 billion in earnings.The total wage • foregone by volunteers in 1980 would con- stitute .1.2 per cent of the Gross National Product. Sports, arts, civil rights work, health organizations, Abrams, day care centres, municipal conanittees and boards are some of the various groups that benefit from the contributions of, vOlunteers, You too can get involved in 1986. Your choice of organization will welcome you. 10. FOCUS your hfe and Your effbrts on things that count. Priorities are what- New Year's resolutions are allAboub Their aims are to improve health, liappineskaddsafety. By setting gdals and reaching for them in 1986 you will be working towards thetetter,- merit of your own well being and that of others too. What a great way to start a new year! • • • ••• • 1 CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1985—Page 17 Recommendations for apiculture safety TORONTO - Accidental deaths and in- juries cm Ontario, farms would be substantially reduced as a result of recom- mendations presented by the Task Force on Health and Safety in Agriculture. Established by the ministries of labor and agriculture and food in 1983, the seven -man task force was chaired by Dr. N.R. Richards, formerly of the University of Guelph. Its 52 recommendations cover ways of improving farm safety in the areas of farm machinery, structures, chemicals and human factors. . The report calls for broader safety educa- tion programs, improved reporting of farm accidents, enhancetd safety features on farm vehicles and improved on-farm handling of pesticides. • The task force arged that a central agency be established jointly by the two ministries to assume overall responsibility for agricultural health and safety programs. The report points out that not only adults, but also children are victims of farm ac- cidents each year. "This is a valuable report that points the way for a significant reduction in farm fatalities and injuries, after all, farming is just as dangerous as many industrial jobs," Agriculture and Food Minister Jack Riddell said. "whilr, there are many differences, farmers and farm workers certainly deserve the same attention to health and safety as any other Ontario worker," said labor Minister William Wrye. Task force chairman, Dr. Richards, said the main thrust of the report, was to suggest ways government and the agricultural industry could help farmers decrease the health risks in food production. "Of course there will be a cost t implementing these recommenda- tions," he said, "but I feel that all of us must bear some responsibility to ensure that those who produce our food do so in relative safety." The task force conducted public hearings in 11 centres throughout Ontario and receiv- ed 76 written and 20 oral briefs from agricultural organizations and individual farmers and farm workers. In, addition to Dr. Richards, the task force consisted of four farmers and two farm workers. They are: Ron Cameron of Thamesville; Lyle Vanclief, Ameliasburg ; Peter Lindley, Ancaster; Rejean Leclerc, Casselman; Alphonse Meunier, Blackstock, and Roger Morrison of Seaforth. STATEMENT BY JACK RIDDELL December 2, 1985 ( re: Report of Task Force on Health and Safety in Agriculture) As my colleague said in the House, this is an important report. Also, they are no more important citizens in our -Province than those who produce our food. Modern technologies have brought great ad- vances in agricultural productivity, but they have also brought increased hazards to those whamanage and operate our farms. Therefore, I believe that it behooves all of us to support enhanced health and safety--> measures that will substantially reduce ac- cidental deaths and injuries to Ontario's farmers and their families. I am pleased to see that this report ad- dresses a wide range o .issues that would improve the health at11 safety of Ontario farmers. While we have not had the opportunity to study this report in any detail, you can be sure of the full co-operation of my ministry in meeting the objectives set out by the Task Force. Implementing the recommendations will re- quire the combined action of several ministries of government and my ministry will fully co-operate in fyrthering improved health and safety measure. I want to thank Dr. Richards and the other members of the Task Force for a thorough and practical study of this important issue and for a job well done. I'll turn the meeting over to Dr. Richards at this time. • Minister tablespaper on lobbying consultation are desirable before any at - OTTAWA - Federal Consumer and Cor- porate Affairs Minister Michel Cote tabled in the House of Commons recenta discus- sion paper on lobbying and the egistration i r of paid lobbyists. Prepared in response to the government's recently announced initiatives regarding public sector ethics in Canada, the paper is intended to , serve as a basis for public debate on the issue, leading possibly to a registration system for paid lobbyists. The Minister explained that in September of this year the government outlined a package of seven major initiatives intended to ensure the highest possible ethical stan- dards for both the government and the public service. Among these was a proposal to prepare legislation to govern certain aspects of lobbying activity. As mentioned in the discussion paper tabl- • ed however, lobbying is a very sensitive and eornolex isgne. and full and open debate and tempt is made to legislate lobbying registra- tion or undertake any other measures. The paper notes, for example, that lobby- ing plays an important role in maintaining open channels of communication between the Government and business, private in- terest groups and the public. As well, a system to register paid lobbyists would have a direct impact upon MPs, Senators, their staff and many public servants. In that context, the paper says, the im- plications of regulation in this area should be thoroughly considered prior to finalizing proposals for legislation. As a basis for any proposals to govern lob- bying activity in Canada, the paper outlines four underlying principles: 1. Openness - There shold be public disclosure of information nboat paid lob- byists, to help lift the shroud of mystery that High mount brake lights work Ontario Minister of Transportation and Communications Ed Fulton has recom- mended that car owners install a single, centre high -mount brake light on 'their vehicles. "Studies in the U.S. have demonstrated that a high -mount brake light seems to be the most effective way to prevent rear -end collisions," said Fulton. surrounds lobbying. 2. Clarity - The registration requirements should be clear and concise; removing any doubts about who should and should not register. 3. Accessibility - Procedures that paid lobbyists would be required to follow in order to approach government should not unduly impede their access to public office holders. 4. Administrative simplicity - Ad- ministrative requirements should be kept to a minimum; registration should not be so difficult that it discourages effective con- sultation. The paper also delves into the experience of other countries in this area and presents various registration systems and how these might work. It also presents a possible op- tion for Canada. The Minister noted, however, that he felt it essential that this issue be referred to a Parliamentary Committee for debate. He pointed out that through such a committee the Canadian public and all interested par- ties would also have a chance to make their views known. "In this way," he concluded, "we will be able to structure a fair, reasonable and ef- fective law governing the registration of paid lobbyists in Canada." , • ''`.\\ • \ •i:N% \ \x, • Ybu are invited to our BIG WINTER SALE STARTS • THURSDAY, JANUARY 2nd at 4 P.M. Prices Reduced -451 Up to... Special Discounts For This Evening Only - PRICE \‘)‘\.*$&.\.•\ \•,„\ \\• .."•,‘ • ‘.‘•